during these 4yr of my stay here i have learnt a lot about odisha .. especially its culture and heritage .. i just wish food to be better just saying or may be its mess food that has made me to think in that way !

It is a feast to the eyes and a great exposition of Odisha and its natural beauty.The people have high aesthetic sense that is reflected in art and every little thing they do.I love the silver filigree casket in temple style.

Beautiful pictures, Anita. Everytime I see one of these amazing picutre of Orissa on your blog, I am reminded of my wonderful trip there in 1988! Such a long time it has been but still the memories are very fresh.

Sreesha, there's similar art form in some other states of India too. Mostly associated with the Tribals & lesser-known villages of India. We have so much wealth & are not even aware... Info & knowledge sharing & creating awareness is the key.Thanks for reading & sharing such words. Very encouraging for future endeavours!

Rajesh, Do plan anytime as Odisha has many places that'll satisfy your requirements- peace & bliss :)Some places are crowded for special occasions, but there are many other places that are so pristine all the time...

Thanks for sharing your comment. Nice that you went on a walk down the memory-lane :)Yes, beats me why there's name-change as we have studied about Orissa in school & not many are aware of the name-change to Odisha. I feel it affects a place as all old maps, Atlas & info still refer to Orissa...

Super duper post! May your tribe increase- may those number of Odia women & increase who do more for Odisha by their deep interest- write, blog, set up factories/hotels, sell its brilliant wares & food and so on! :)

And may more tourists from world over come who will share the rich heritage of Odisha throughout their lives in the world! Coz even the glimpses of this wondrous land will nvr leave any person who has witnessed them! :)

the regular oriya isn't sweet at all, its rather very harsh, its rather the languages like sambalpuri and languages near the west bengal border where the oriya dialects turn sweeter. would you not agree?

sambalpuri is such a cute language! why are you guys stomping it down to non-exitence and these guys want their language to prosper just like yours. give them their due!

oh, btw, i forgot to mention YOUR BEST CM (infact my best CM too, one of the best CMs our country ever had) doesn't even speak Oriya! "

3. It is disgusting that you are copy-posting such comments, especially in posts about Odisha.Your same words are in so many posts in Blogosphere now! Proves your frustration.

4. Odisha is the 'The Soul of Incredible India' & no one can take away her glory or credit.

5. I could have simply deleted your comment.But, I'll leave it here as a testimony- May no one be so petty & abusive.

6. As Indians, may we all take pride in all things Indian.I pray that may better sense dawn & may there be a full-stop to such senseless tirade.May every Indian use precious time & resources to help make Incredible India more incredible & our world a much better place.

I am glad you didn't Mr. Kamonasish Mazumdar's comment. It serves as an example of your tolerance. Thank you. Mr. Kamonasish Ayyush Mazumdar is blinded by regionalism. He keeps posting such absurd comments in various sites. In a wiki map of Assamese town of Lumding, he wrote "The Famous Kamonasish Aayush Mazumdar was born here". Although I think he is making himself infamous instead of famous.

Mr. Kamonasish Aayush Mazumdar: There are several other pieces of heritage that we are proud of (ancient Sisupalgarh, emperor Kharavela, poet Jayadeva, Konark temple, Puri temple, Khandagiri/Udayagiri, Chitanya Mahaprabhu, Puspagiri University, maritime glory of Kalinga), but yes, we will definitely latch on to what Anita listed in her excellent blog. As an Odia and an India I am proud of my rich heritage.

Rishima, Thanks for visiting my Blog.I agree with every word you have shared.

We all ought to be proud of our heritage and must respect the richness & beauty. Sad that some people are spoiling the atmosphere with their negative comments and outlook. They are earning infamy & exposing themselves.India & its states are strong enough to withstand such elements. Proud to be an Indian first. Jai Hind!

I am From Andhra but traveled in Orissa extensively.I would say one thing in nutshell.Odisha did not get its due on publicity front for unknown reasons.It's original nature reflects in its dance,handicrafts,sculpture and in other so many facts.The problem is with most of its so called educated (not all) people,they always tend to speak Hindi at the cost of Odiya.They don't believe that they are valued.Only very few states are competent in terms of fine arts,with Odisha.India is one & not to be divided anymore on any lines.for more Odisha facts and on going issues,try this side:www.orissamatters.com

Thank you so much for sharing your views.It is true that Odisha has not got her due. Odisha has amazing wonders, arts & crafts and deserves more tourists, attention & credit. Actually, Odia people are simple & accommodating and converse in the language of the tourists to make them feel more comfortable. Not many states can boast of such inclusive spirit. May there be no division in India & may every state receive its deserving credit.

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